Serving 2,231 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Norman S. Edelcup/sunny Isles Beach K-8 ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 2,231 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Norman S. Edelcup/sunny Isles Beach K-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Norman S. Edelcup/sunny Isles Beach K-8's student population of 2,231 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 102 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
2,231 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
102 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Norman S. Edelcup/sunny Isles Beach K-8 ranks within the top 20% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Norman S. Edelcup/sunny Isles Beach K-8 is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#549 out of 3704 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
35%
37%
Black
1%
21%
White
62%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Norman S. Edelcup/sunny Isles Beach K-8's ranking?
Norman S. Edelcup/sunny Isles Beach K-8 is ranked #549 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Norman S. Edelcup/sunny Isles Beach K-8 often compared to?
Norman S. Edelcup/sunny Isles Beach K-8is often viewed alongside schools like Aventura City Of Excellence School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Norman S. Edelcup/sunny Isles Beach K-8?
2,231 students attend Norman S. Edelcup/sunny Isles Beach K-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Norman S. Edelcup/sunny Isles Beach K-8 students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Norman S. Edelcup/sunny Isles Beach K-8?
Norman S. Edelcup/sunny Isles Beach K-8 has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Norman S. Edelcup/sunny Isles Beach K-8 offer ?
Norman S. Edelcup/sunny Isles Beach K-8 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Norman S. Edelcup/sunny Isles Beach K-8 part of?
Norman S. Edelcup/sunny Isles Beach K-8 is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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